SW-660: Leadership and Clinical Administration

This advanced course prepares students for roles as supervisors, leaders, and administrators in in a variety of human services organizations through the provision of the necessary knowledge, values, and skills to effectively respond to an organization's challenges and opportunities. In this course students examine leadership theory and leadership development, evidence-based management practices, as well as the process, ethics, and legalities associated with administrative, educational, and supportive supervision. The course will address managing technology and information; strategic planning; resource/financial development and philanthropy; marketing strategies; monitoring and evaluating organizational effectiveness; and other issues associated with successful leadership and supervision. Prerequisite: Admission to Advanced Standing MSW Program or completion of foundation curriculum.